Support Worker in Dagenham inDagenham PUBLISHED TUE 4 NOV 2025 Jump to job information section

£13.00 to £14.00 per hour PERMANENT

Diverse Talent Partners riB7MLWlO

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Support Worker Job details Posting date: 04 November 2025 Salary: £13.00 to £14.00 per hour Additional salary information: Pensions & Healthcare Hours: Part time Closing date: 04 December 2025 Location: Dagenham, Essex Remote working: On-site only Company: Diverse Talent Partners Job type: Permanent Job reference: RIDTP0Apply for this job Summary Residential Support Worker Supported Accommodation (16 - 21) Greater London Full-time, Permanent Salary: Dependent on experience Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve independence? We're looking for a caring, resilient, and motivated Residential Support Worker to join our supported accommodation service for young people aged 16 - 21, including care leavers and young parents. Main duties: Encourage engagement in education, employment, or training. Promote positive routines, well-being, and emotional resilience. Complete records, risk assessments, and safeguarding reports. Help with housing and move-on plans, attending meetings and reviews. Work on a rota basis, including evenings, weekends, and sleep-ins. Support young people with independent living skills such as cooking, budgeting, cleaning and organisation What are we looking for: Minimum 1 year working with vulnerable young people (16 - 21) GCSE Maths & English (C/4 or above) Ofsted requirement Strong communication, organisation, and problem-solving skills Calm, patient, and empathetic under pressure Holds a, or is willing to complete Level 3 Health & Social Care qualification Desirable: Driving licence, Level 3 Diploma, First Aid, Food Hygiene, or Trauma-Informed Practice training. What we offer: Competitive salary + sleep-in payments Ongoing training & development Pension scheme & staff wellbeing support Clear career progression opportunities Apply now and make a real difference in a young person's life. If this role is of imterest please forward an up to date CV to

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To work as a Support Worker in the UK, you'll need a combination of personal qualities and specific skills. Here are some key skills and attributes that are typically important for this role:

1. Communication Skills: Ability to listen actively and communicate clearly with clients, their families, and other professionals.

2. Empathy and Compassion: Understanding the emotional needs of clients and demonstrating compassion and care is crucial.

3. Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to assess situations and come up with practical solutions to meet the needs of clients.

4. Patience and Resilience: Working with clients who may have challenging behaviors or emotional needs requires a lot of patience and the ability to remain calm under pressure.

5. Interpersonal Skills: Building rapport and maintaining professional relationships with clients and colleagues.

6. Organizational Skills: Manage your time effectively and keep track of multiple responsibilities and tasks.

7. Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals such as social workers, health care providers, and therapists.

8. Flexibility and Adaptability: Clients' needs can change rapidly, so it’s important to adapt to new situations.

9. Knowledge of Safeguarding: Understanding policies and practices around safeguarding vulnerable individuals is essential for ensuring their safety.

10. Cultural Awareness: Being sensitive to the diverse backgrounds and needs of clients and providing appropriate support.

11. Basic IT Skills: Familiarity with using computers and electronic health records, as well as communication tools.

12. First Aid and Health Care Knowledge: While not always required, having basic first aid skills can be beneficial, and understanding health conditions related to your client group is important.

While formal qualifications are not always necessary, having relevant training or a vocational qualification in health and social care can be advantageous. Additionally, specific roles may require knowledge or experience in particular areas, such as mental health, learning disabilities, or physical disabilities.

It's also essential to undergo a background check (DBS check) as working with vulnerable individuals often requires safeguarding compliance.

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